Ross Dunfee The thought of independence for the 13 English colonies was revolting to the mother country and the colonies knew that they had to band together to obtain their freedom, and they did. The First Continental Congress convened and concluded at Carpenters’ Hall in Philadelphia, Penn., Sept. 5 to Oct. 26, 1774. Their primary…
Peggy McGee Laura Colbert, who served in the Navy, has a warm spot in her heart for helping all veterans in any way she can, but helping other women who have also served is at the top of her list. Each month, she, with the help of her husband Jerry, makes several trips to Tucson…
Premier Coin Galleries The U.S. stock market is typically positive for midterm election years, though October can be notoriously volatile. By the time you read this article, we’ll have election results and more economic reports to guide us through the rest of the year. “We have to understand this will take time,” says Vanessa N.…
David Zapatka Reader Carmela Hopkins writes, “Dear Mr. Zapatka, every month I look for your column in the Splash. Last month’s article particularly grabbed my attention because you mentioned Richard Lederer, whom I read monthly in the Mensa Bulletin. Have you considered an article on the word ‘run?’ It seems like such an obviously simple…
Walt Obremski The Quail Creek Computer Club (QCCC) has been assisting our members and the Quail Creek Community for more than 20 years. Our dedicated core volunteer staff have more than 200 years of cumulative information technology, electronic technology, computing, smart home, and networking experience. We have addressed thousands of problems brought to us by members and visitors.…
Janet Johnson Flight 1: Gross: 1st Bobbi Jo and Greg Rathvon, 84; 2nd Leslie and Jeff Hansen, 90; Net: 1st Dena and Gene Knox, 74; 2nd Connie and Steve Hiles, 79 Flight 2: Gross: 1st Beth and Randy Davis, 87; Net: 1st Brenda and Jay Allred, 77; 2nd (tie) Cheryl Collyer and Norm Waters/Elly and Bill…